EMT Paramedic - Emergency Medical Services

About the role

The Paramedic will provide emergency medical care and transportation for patients. This position will also perform departmental duties for CarolinaEast Health System, EMS department, and the EMS manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care and transportation for patients.
• Perform departmental duties for CarolinaEast Health System, EMS department, and the EMS manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current North Carolina Paramedic credential.
• Valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of North Carolina.
• Minimum of three years' driving experience.
• Ability to drive an ambulance safely and efficiently.
• Successful completion of Emergency Vehicle Drive (EVD) course within one year of hire.
• Maintenance of EVD certification; required EVD refresher course every two years.
• One year experience at the Paramedic level preferred.
• Current AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS certification.
• Obtain PHTLS certification within one year from date of hire.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current North Carolina Paramedic credential.
• Valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of North Carolina.
• Three years' driving experience.
• Ability to drive an ambulance safely and efficiently.
• Completion of Emergency Vehicle Drive (EVD) course within one year of hire.
• Maintenance of EVD certification; required EVD refresher course every two years.
• One year experience at the Paramedic level preferred.
• AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS certification.
• PHTLS certification within one year from date of hire.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

CarolinaEast Health System offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plans
• Employee assistance programs

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Varies based on department needs.

CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.